Make A Word Perfect Wedding Speech
Should you find yourself having been asked to give a wedding speech, don't take this task for granted. You need to prepare and be aware of certain precautions in order to give a wedding speech that the newlywed couple can treasure and remember, and not be embarrassed about. Here are a few ideas and reminders to help you prepare to make that perfect wedding speech.
Be An Early Bird
Start preparing early. Waiting until the last minute to put together your speech may only lead to problems. It makes no difference whether you are planning a long or a short wedding speech, you're better off planning ahead. Think of your wedding speech as a part of your gift and make a sincere effort to do it well. If you need additional motivation, remember there will probably be a videographer, a photographer, or both in attendance to immortalize your wedding speech. It pays to be camera ready.
Long Speech Or Short Speech
Generally, people in a party mood don't like long speeches because they usually are boring, and they would rather party than listen. It is very likely that you will be better off keeping your speech short and simple. But, not too short! This is still supposed to be a meaningful speech to the bride and groom. Prepare an outline to help organize your thoughts. Even a short speech still benefits from an outline. In fact, many people prefer to bring just an outline to the reception and refer to that, rather then having to write the entire wedding speech. However, only try speaking from an outline if you are confident about speaking in front of people.
This Should Be Obvious - Stay Sober
Toast the newlyweds, have some wine with your meal, but do these things moderately. Don't get drunk! Drunk while delivering a wedding speech; not a good idea. The laughter you hear will be directed at you. Don't fool yourself into the typical drunk thinking that believes you're funny and the crowd is laughing with you. Not only that, but speech making drunks have a habit of saying things that might not be appropriate for the occasion.
A Wedding Speech Alternative
If preparing and giving a wedding speech is something you really are uncomfortable doing, consider something novel and different instead. A sure winner for this situation, and something that the bride and groom will enjoy right along with their guests, is an audio visual presentation. Collect photos that tell a story with pictures of the bride and groom at various stages of their lives. Baby time, childhood, high school, college, the options are endless and always enjoyable. Add a little music along with a few choice phrases of your own and you now have a non-traditional wedding speech that everyone can enjoy.
Copyright ©2007 Carl DiNello
Carl DiNello is an Article Author whose articles are featured on websites covering the Internet's most popular topics.
Be An Early Bird
Start preparing early. Waiting until the last minute to put together your speech may only lead to problems. It makes no difference whether you are planning a long or a short wedding speech, you're better off planning ahead. Think of your wedding speech as a part of your gift and make a sincere effort to do it well. If you need additional motivation, remember there will probably be a videographer, a photographer, or both in attendance to immortalize your wedding speech. It pays to be camera ready.
Long Speech Or Short Speech
Generally, people in a party mood don't like long speeches because they usually are boring, and they would rather party than listen. It is very likely that you will be better off keeping your speech short and simple. But, not too short! This is still supposed to be a meaningful speech to the bride and groom. Prepare an outline to help organize your thoughts. Even a short speech still benefits from an outline. In fact, many people prefer to bring just an outline to the reception and refer to that, rather then having to write the entire wedding speech. However, only try speaking from an outline if you are confident about speaking in front of people.
This Should Be Obvious - Stay Sober
Toast the newlyweds, have some wine with your meal, but do these things moderately. Don't get drunk! Drunk while delivering a wedding speech; not a good idea. The laughter you hear will be directed at you. Don't fool yourself into the typical drunk thinking that believes you're funny and the crowd is laughing with you. Not only that, but speech making drunks have a habit of saying things that might not be appropriate for the occasion.
A Wedding Speech Alternative
If preparing and giving a wedding speech is something you really are uncomfortable doing, consider something novel and different instead. A sure winner for this situation, and something that the bride and groom will enjoy right along with their guests, is an audio visual presentation. Collect photos that tell a story with pictures of the bride and groom at various stages of their lives. Baby time, childhood, high school, college, the options are endless and always enjoyable. Add a little music along with a few choice phrases of your own and you now have a non-traditional wedding speech that everyone can enjoy.
Copyright ©2007 Carl DiNello
Carl DiNello is an Article Author whose articles are featured on websites covering the Internet's most popular topics.
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